Fiber cement offers a heavier, more impact-resistant panel than vinyl, with a paintable surface for an exact color match.
Our saws use vacuum shrouds to control silica dust, a real jobsite hazard when cutting fiber cement dry.
Crews are certified on HardieZone requirements and manufacturer-approved fastening patterns, not general siding methods.
Certification gets renewed on a regular cycle, and we can show proof of current standing on request.
Fiber cement is heavier and requires precise handling — our crews are trained specifically for this material.
We carry the liability coverage appropriate for heavier-material installation work.
Cracked or impact-damaged fiber cement panels get prioritized quickly, especially after hail events.
New installation estimates are typically scheduled within the same week.
Fiber cement costs more upfront than vinyl, and your estimate reflects material and labor separately so the trade-off is clear.
Repairs are priced by scope, not bundled into a bigger sales pitch.
Fiber cement's durability depends heavily on correct cutting, fastening, and edge sealing during install.
Corrosion-resistant fasteners are used throughout, since standard fasteners can react poorly with cement-based material. Fastener heads get set flush, not overdriven, which is a common mistake that cracks the panel around the nail.
Cracked or impact-damaged panels get replaced individually, color-matched when the product line is still available. Caulking at the seam uses a paintable, flexible formulation rated for the material's slight seasonal movement.
Unsealed cut edges are the most common cause of early trim failure on fiber cement jobs. Any cut edge gets a coat of touch-up primer before caulking, which the factory edge already has but a field cut doesn't.
Fiber cement's paintable surface allows a full color change without replacing panels, when the surface is still sound. A 100% acrylic exterior formulation is used, matched to fiber cement manufacturer paint guidelines.
After hail or storm events, we inspect for hairline cracking that isn't always visible from the ground. A simple tap test alongside visual inspection can reveal cracking that hasn't fully separated yet.
Flashing details around windows and doors get upgraded to current best practice where needed. Head and sill flashing get checked together, since a fix at one without the other rarely holds.
We'll ask about panel age and any visible cracking to gauge scope before scheduling.
For repairs, we bring common colors and profiles when available.
Insurance-relevant damage gets documented with photos as part of the assessment.
Workmanship on fiber cement work is guaranteed the same as any material we install.
Hail damage assessment found cracking we couldn't see ourselves, which helped the insurance claim go smoother.
Repainted our aging fiber cement instead of replacing it and it looks brand new for a fraction of the cost.
Trim work around every window is sealed properly, no gaps like our old siding had.
Fiber cement held up through a bad hail season better than our neighbor's vinyl did.
Call now for a free estimate on fiber cement installation, repair, or a color refresh.
Call +1-844-782-0929Superior Siding Solutions installs and repairs Fiber Cement Siding throughout Elbert and the surrounding Elbert, CO area.
